JATHIYA NAPIER
Edison
Summary
Highly-accomplished solutions-driven law enforcement professional with Mental Health Technician Certification in progress and vast background of relevant skills and experience assisting/counseling diverse groups of people in difficult situations, including mental health emergencies. Dedicated with knowledge of human behavior/performance and adept at working with others to create preventative solutions to problems. Seeking to transition to an entry-level mental health professional position which allows for growth of knowledge and practical skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Supervisor
City of East Orange
East Orange, NJ
12.2025 - Current
- Supervised daily operations of law enforcement personnel to ensure compliance with department policies.
- Coordinated training programs for new recruits, enhancing team effectiveness and operational readiness.
- Managed incident response strategies, optimizing resource allocation during high-stress situations.
- Conducted performance evaluations, providing actionable feedback to improve officer skills and morale.
- Implemented crime prevention programs, reducing local crime rates through proactive measures.
- Developed comprehensive policies and procedures for officer conduct, ensuring departmental consistency and professionalism.
Detective
City of East Orange
East Orange, NJ
01.2019 - 12.2025
- Executed evidence collection at crime scenes, including body fluids, photographs, and fingerprints.
- Analyzed complex problems to facilitate effective planning and prioritization of investigations.
- Executed comprehensive research and data collection to facilitate thorough investigations.
Law Enforcement Officer
City of East Orange
East Orange, NJ
01.2003 - 01.2019
- Supported physical and mental well-being of the community by referring people to community services and recommending options and courses of action to facilitate solving various long- and short-term problems.
- Dealt directly with people by collecting, assessing, storing information and determining circumstances, as well as using knowledge of human behavior to handle complaints, negotiate/settle disputes and resolve conflicts.
- Determined appropriate response requirements through evaluation of complaint and emergency request information. Skillfully compiled/recorded facts and prepared reports to document incidents and activities.
- Mastered coursework/gained knowledge in areas of human behavior and performance, learning and motivation, personality and individual differences, and assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
- Demonstrated compassion, patience, understanding and active listening abilities with high degree of empathy as well as multicultural sensitivity to assist parents in counseling children with behavioral issues.
- Counseled 2 women in emotional distress and contemplating suicide, one woman with a gun and one by taking action to diffuse the situation (she prevents any further engagement). Received expression of gratitude for my efforts.
- Contributed to life saving measures and received gratitude of supervisor and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) staff and by performing CPR and assisting EMS in saving life of heart attack victim.
- Recognized for exceptional performance and awarded commendation for apprehension of robbery suspect.
Education
Master of Arts - Forensic Psychology
Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Chicago, ILBachelor of Science - Criminal Justice / Law Enforcement
New Jersey City University
Jersey City, NJSkills
- Facilitated effective communication through active listening techniques
- Applied analytical reasoning to evaluate complex problems and develop effective solutions
- Cultivated social understanding to enhance interpersonal relationships and communication
- Facilitated conflict resolution processes to enhance team collaboration
- Cultivated multicultural sensitivity to enhance team collaboration and inclusivity
- Demonstrated strong empathy in client interactions to foster trust and rapport
- Facilitated client development through effective counseling techniques
- Assisted in implementing interventions to support team objectives Collaborated with colleagues to enhance project outcomes Provided resources and guidance to facilitate effective problem-solving
- Assisted teams in achieving project goals through effective collaboration Supported project managers in coordinating tasks and timelines Contributed to team discussions to enhance project outcomes
- Executed strategic planning and organizational initiatives to enhance operational efficiency
- Authored comprehensive reports to convey critical information and insights
- Cultivated emotional intelligence to enhance team collaboration and communication
- Executed problem-solving strategies to identify and resolve operational challenges
- Exercised sound judgment in decision-making processes
- Executed strategic decision-making processes to enhance operational efficiency
- Facilitated effective interpersonal communications to enhance team collaboration
- Collected and assessed information to support project objectives Facilitated data gathering processes to enhance team decision-making Assisted in evaluating project requirements to ensure alignment with goals
- Facilitated discussions to reach agreements among team members Collaborated with stakeholders to identify common goals and resolve conflicts Supported negotiation processes to achieve favorable outcomes
- Assisted in developing persuasive communication strategies to engage stakeholders effectively Supported team members in crafting compelling presentations to influence decision-making Collaborated with colleagues to enhance messaging for marketing campaigns
- Cultivated and strengthened professional relationships to enhance collaboration
Timeline
Police Supervisor
City of East Orange
12.2025 - Current
Detective
City of East Orange
01.2019 - 12.2025
Law Enforcement Officer
City of East Orange
01.2003 - 01.2019
Master of Arts - Forensic Psychology
Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice / Law Enforcement
New Jersey City University